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RX51 OLU

2001 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,260 mi
Last recorded62,260 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 OLU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 62,260 miles

hazards switch sticky

Pass 18 Feb 2011 60,450 miles

exhaust very rusty

front discs poor

front pads apear low

glow plug light intermitant

Pass 20 Mar 2010 58,815 miles

front discs poor

rear exhaust very rusty

Fail 19 Mar 2010 58,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front discs poor

rear exhaust very rusty

rear pads low

Pass 9 Mar 2009 55,267 miles

exhaust rusty

front discs poor

sill rubbers missing

Pass 28 Mar 2007 49,700 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 44,586 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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RX51 OLU is a 2001 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 71,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 OLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX51 OLU?

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What year was RX51 OLU registered?

RX51 OLU is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is RX51 OLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 OLU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 OLU have outstanding finance?

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